Now taking bookings: small, friendly online groups for complete beginners and for post-beginners.
Every course is ten live 90-minute lessons on Microsoft Teams, in a small group, with lots of speaking practice. Pick your level below, then choose a day and time from the list.
In short: live online Italian courses for complete beginners (A1) and for post-beginners, taught by Laura Geraci, a qualified native teacher from Sicily, in small groups on Microsoft Teams: ten 90-minute lessons, one a week. Each course is £160 for a 10 week course, which is £16 a session.
Courses starting soon
This list comes straight from my diary, so it is as current as I am. A course drops off the list once it is full – if you don’t see one, put your name down and you will be the first to hear about the next one.
| Level | Day and time | Starts | Price | Places | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post Beginners | Mondays, 2.30pm 90 minutes · 10 sessions to Monday 29 March | Monday 25 January | £160 for the 10 weeks (£16 a session) | Places available | Enquire |
| Beginners | Mondays, 4.30pm 90 minutes · 10 sessions to Monday 29 March | Monday 25 January | £160 for the 10 weeks (£16 a session) | Places available | Enquire |
| Post Beginners | Wednesdays, 5pm 90 minutes · 10 sessions to Wednesday 31 March | Wednesday 27 January | £160 for the 10 weeks (£16 a session) | Places available | Enquire |
| Beginners | Thursdays, 4.30pm 90 minutes · 10 sessions to Thursday 1 April | Thursday 28 January | £160 for the 10 weeks (£16 a session) | Places available | Enquire |
| Post Beginners | Fridays, 4pm 90 minutes · 10 sessions to Friday 2 April | Friday 29 January | £160 for the 10 weeks (£16 a session) | Places available | Enquire |
£16 a session - £160 for the 10-week course, paid in advance. Availability changes often, so please ask before assuming a place is free. A course only starts when there is enough interest.
The beginners’ course
No previous Italian needed. If you’ve always fancied learning Italian but never quite started — this is the course for you. We begin at the very beginning, and before long you’ll be holding real conversations: ordering, introducing yourself, asking directions, and understanding what comes back.
What you’ll be able to do
- Greet people properly — and know when ciao is the wrong word
- Introduce yourself, say where you’re from and what you do
- Order food and drink with confidence, and understand the answer
- Ask for directions, prices, and the time
- Handle a hotel, a train ticket and a shop
- Understand the everyday phrases Italians actually use
- Read a menu without guessing
Who it’s for
People planning a trip to Italy. People with Italian family who never learnt the language. People who’ve retired and always meant to. People who just love the sound of it. You do not need to be “good at languages” — that’s my job, not yours.
The post-beginners’ course
Ready to take your Italian beyond the basics? This fun, interactive class builds on what you already know, in a friendly setting. Every session mixes a variety of activities, with simple, clear steps to boost your confidence and speed up your ability to speak.
What the course gives you
- Build on the Italian you already know, instead of starting again
- Speak more — and more confidently — in every session
- Learn through a variety of activities, in simple, clear steps
- Speed up your ability to hold a real conversation
Who it’s for
People who have finished a beginners’ course and want to keep going. People who learnt some Italian years ago and want it back. People who understand more than they can say. If you are not sure which level is right for you, just ask — I’m happy to have a quick chat first.
Course details (both levels)
- Availability: the list under Courses starting soon comes straight from my diary – if a course is listed, there are places on it today. Once a course is full it drops off the list, so if you don’t see one, register your interest below and you will be first to hear about the next one.
- When: one 90-minute lesson a week for 10 weeks – the days and times are in the list above
- Lessons: Live and interactive, with lots of speaking practice
- Where: Online, so you can join from anywhere
- Pace: Step by step, with clear explanations throughout
- Cost: £160 for a 10 week course, which is £16 a session, in 90-minute lessons
- Group size: Small — just a handful of students, so everyone gets to speak
Who’s teaching
I’m Laura Geraci, a native Italian teacher from Sicily with over 20 years’ experience. I hold a PGCE, QTS and CELTA, and I’ve taught everyone from nervous beginners to GCSE students. My lessons are relaxed and practical — we speak from the first week, and I promise not to make you conjugate anything in silence.
What students say
“Laura is a great teacher — warm, friendly, knowledgeable and encouraging. I really like the style of the lessons with a combination of conversation and worked exercises.”
— Jess
“Laura is a patient, enthusiastic, warm, and encouraging teacher who makes learning Italian really enjoyable. She explains everything clearly, creates a relaxed atmosphere, and has really helped build my confidence.”
— Rosa
“Laura is excellent, very encouraging and enthusiastic. I’m really enjoying the lessons.”
— Barbara
Ask about a place
Groups are kept small so that everyone gets to speak. Leave your details below and tell me which course and level you’re interested in — or, if a group isn’t for you, ask me about one-to-one lessons at £30/hr. If you have any questions at all, just get in touch.
Ask about a place on a group course
Prefer to chat first? WhatsApp Laura or email laura@italianwithlaura.co.uk